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Aged woman from Oklahoma, Kern County migrant camp, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Aged woman from Oklahoma, Kern County migrant camp, California, 1936. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Aged woman from Oklahoma. Kern County migrant camp, California
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This poignant photograph, titled "Aged Woman from Oklahoma. Kern County Migrant Camp, California," was captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1936 during the Great Depression. The image portrays an elderly woman, dressed in simple clothing and seated on a rickety chair, her expression etched with a mixture of exhaustion and resignation. The scene unfolds at a migrant camp in Kern County, California, where countless displaced individuals, including farmers and agricultural workers, had been forced to seek refuge due to economic hardships. The photograph offers a glimpse into the harsh realities of the era, when the agricultural industry, once a source of livelihood for many, became a breeding ground for displacement and poverty. The woman's weathered face and worn-out clothing serve as a stark reminder of the human cost of the economic downturn. The presence of a domestic appliance, such as a stove or a refrigerator, in the background, adds a layer of complexity to the image, hinting at the woman's past domesticity and the loss of her former life. This powerful image, taken by Dorothea Lange for the Farm Security Administration, stands as a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity. It is a poignant reminder of a time when the American Dream seemed out of reach for many, and the concept of displacement was all too common. The photograph is now part of the rich historical record of the United States, preserved in the Congressional Library and inspiring generations to reflect on the past and learn from it.
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